Director Nursing Education

Universal Technical Institute•Aurora, CO

1d•$120,000 - $130,000•Onsite

About The Position

RN - MSN - Director of Nursing Education BSN and LVPN Nursing Programs NEW position due to internal promotion! The Director of Nursing Education oversees the academic quality, student satisfaction, and operational efficiency of the nursing department. This leadership role is responsible for ensuring compliance with state board of nursing regulations, accrediting agencies, and Concorde Career Colleges policies. The Director leads faculty development, drives curriculum implementation and evaluation, and promotes a student-centered learning environment. The position partners with campus and corporate leaders to maintain program accreditation and excellence, while also serving as the primary liaison with regulatory and community stakeholders. In addition to joining an organization with an outstanding mission, here is a glimpse of some of our fantastic benefits- Tuition Waiver / Reimbursement / Loan Repayment Flexible Time Off Paid Holidays Retirement 401k Matching Paid Parental Leave Competitive Insurance Plans LTD, STD, and Life Pet Insurance

Requirements

Active and unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Colorado
Master’s degree in Nursing (MSN)
Must meet all State Board of Nursing qualifications to direct a nursing program
Five (5+) years of professional nursing experience including leadership in an academic setting
Must have two (2+) or more years of academic experience teaching in the BSN or graduate nursing programs
Proficiency in curriculum development, faculty mentoring, and regulatory compliance
Knowledge of accreditation processes and reporting requirements
Ability to manage administrative duties with attention to detail and professional integrity
Proficiency with student information systems and learning management systems
Independently manage complex tasks and projects
Coach and mentor junior team members
Analyze problems, evaluate alternatives, and implement effective solutions
Present ideas in a compelling and structured format to diverse audiences
Demonstrate refined listening skills and emotional intelligence
Facilitate training sessions and cross-functional meetings
Drive consistent results in a fast-paced environment
Leverage enterprise-level tools and systems to streamline processes
Create new and better ways for the organization to succeed
Develop people to achieve their goals and support organizational success
Navigate complex policies, processes, and organizational dynamics with ease
Operate effectively in uncertainty and ambiguity
Work independently, escalating complex or high-impact issues
Drive innovation to improve organizational success
Develop others to achieve individual and organizational goals
Navigate complex organizational dynamics with confidence
Perform effectively amid uncertainty and ambiguity
Able and willing to: Communicate, think, learn, and reason
Use computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to process transactions, store documents, enter data, or perform assigned tasks
Safely ambulate and/or maneuver when on-site at Company locations
Demonstrate and utilize active listening, inductive reasoning, information ordering and category flexibility
Ability to use good judgment, problem-solving and decision-making skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information with discretion
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where deadlines are essential and multiple projects are worked simultaneously
Ability to gain, understand and apply information and data as it relates essential functions of the position
Ability to foster long-term relationships with stakeholders

Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership for curriculum development implementation and ongoing evaluation to ensure alignment with industry standards regulatory requirements and student success outcomes
Oversee faculty management including hiring orientation mentorship performance evaluation and ensuring compliance with instructional and institutional expectations
Guide academic planning by coordinating course schedules faculty assignments and resource needs to support timely student progression and program quality
Monitor and evaluate student performance advising practices licensure preparation and student engagement to ensure academic achievement and readiness for professional practice
Ensure accurate and compliant maintenance of student records faculty evaluations and program documentation in alignment with accreditor Board of Nursing and institutional policies
Represent the program in internal and external forums including regulatory bodies community partnerships advisory boards and campus committees supporting policy development and compliance efforts
Maintain active communication with students faculty clinical partners and administrative leaders to promote a positive learning environment and resolve concerns promptly
Support continuous improvement through analysis of feedback from students clinical sites and surveys implementing action plans that enhance program effectiveness
Serve as the liaison with the Board of Nursing and accrediting agencies ensuring timely submission of reports and maintaining program compliance with evolving regulations
Promote professional development and engagement among faculty and self through continuing education industry participation and scholarly contributions
Actively participate in student-centered events such as graduations orientations and pinning ceremonies to foster a culture of support and celebration
Establish/maintain a high performance team of professional, motivated and engaged staff utilizing effective training, performance management and career-development activities while leading them to achieve established business results and performance metrics
Recognizes and rewards employee contributions and achievements
Other duties as assigned